Maintenance and Facilities Technician

SANTA CRUZ, CA

 

📍 Location: On-Site – Santa Cruz, CA  

📅 Schedule: Full-Time | Non-Exempt 

💼 Department: Residential 

📈 Reports to: Associate Division Director, Residential 

💰 Pay Range: $20.00 - $23.00/hour 

 

$250 Sign-on and $250 Continuation Bonus 

 

The pay range for this position is $20.00–$23.00 per hour for employees hired in the Santa Cruz, CA area. The pay range provided in this job posting represents the typical range or starting rate for candidates hired within the bay area region. Candidates hired in other California locations may have different starting salaries based on cost of living and market data variations. Factors that may be used to determine your actual starting salary include your education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, the market data for your work location, and internal comparisons to other employees in similar roles. 

 

✨ Make a Meaningful Impact  

Aspiranet, a leading California-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families, is seeking compassionate and committed Facilities Technician to join our Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) and Children’s Crisis Psychiatric Program (CCPP) in Santa Cruz, CA to support our program operations. 

 

❤️ About Aspiranet  

Aspiranet is a mission-driven social services agency with a proud legacy of supporting California communities since 1975. We are committed to ensuring that every child is loved, every family is supported, and every individual has the tools to succeed. Our services span the state and are delivered through six dedicated divisions: Foster Care and Adoption, providing support for children and families throughout the foster and adoption journey; Transitional Aged Youth (TAY), offering programs that guide young adults as they transition from foster care to independent living; Residential, delivering therapeutic care in structured, supportive environments to help youth thrive; Intensive Home-Based Services, focused on meeting individualized needs within the home, school, and community; Behavioral Health, delivering short-term, intensive mental health services for youth at risk; and Family and Community, emphasizing early intervention and family-strengthening supports. At Aspiranet, every role contributes to something greater helping to create a future where opportunity, hope, and healing are within everyone’s reach. 

 

📝️ Position Summary 

The Facilities Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant environment within Aspiranet‑occupied facilities. This position performs janitorial services, coordinates facility maintenance and repairs, supports Environment of Care (EOC) standards, and assists with site safety and emergency preparedness activities. The role works closely with administrative leadership to ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, state regulations, licensing standards, and agency policies while supporting daily facility operations. 

 

🔍Key Responsibilities  

Cleaning, Sanitation & Infection Control 

• Perform routine and deep cleaning of all Aspiranet – occupied areas, including offices, common areas, restrooms, and high-touch surfaces 

• Clean, disinfect, and sanitize spaces using approved products and procedures in accordance with infection control and Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards 

• Safely handle, store, and dispose of cleaning chemicals, supplies, and waste materials 

Monitoring & Environment of Care 

• Monitor the physical environment for safety hazards, environmental risks, and maintenance needs; report concerns promptly 

• Monitor the safe condition and operation of facility spaces, equipment, and supplies 

• Report any actual or potential violations of Occupational Safety and Administration, safety, or agency standards to appropriate leadership 

Emergency Preparedness & Compliance Documentation 

• Conduct and document fire drills and disaster/emergency preparedness drills for all assigned shifts 

• Coordinate with administrative staff to meet compliance timelines and maintain required documentation 

• Attend/complete required meetings, trainings, and safety drills 

Maintenance Coordination, Inventory & Professional Conduct 

• Coordinate routine building maintenance and repairs with approved vendors or internal resources 

• Notify Operations or Administration when repairs, materials, or services require approval or purchase 

• Support inventory tracking of facility supplies and equipment to prevent loss, damage, or waste 

• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and adherence to agency policies and ethical standards 

 

✅ Qualifications  

Education/Experience 

• High school diploma or equivalent required 

• Working knowledge of safe cleaning practices, facility safety, and OSHA regulations with a strong ability to maintain a safe and complaint environment 

• Ability to work independently, follow written and verbal instructions, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced or structured setting 

• Prior experience in housekeeping, janitorial services, facilities, maintenance, or site safety preferred 

• Must meet all state-required conditions of employment, including: 

• Meets all state-required employment conditions, including: 

• DOJ fingerprint and Child Abuse Index clearance 

• TB/Health physical 

• Valid CA Driver’s License, acceptable driving record, and proof of insurance 

 

💻 Work Environment & Schedule  

• On-site role in Santa Cruz, CA 

• Full-time, non-exempt position 

• Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

 

❤️ Why Aspiranet?  

• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.    

• Access to the free Aspiranet Employee Perks Program. Enjoy exclusive discounts on entertainment, travel, wellness, pet care, gym memberships, theme parks, and more  

• Flexible paid time off including 11 paid holidays, 10 vacation days, 10 sick leave days, two diversity days, and paid birthday time off. 

• Access to our employee assistance program including 24/7 crisis line; up to 6 counseling sessions per issue.    

• Training opportunities are available to support your ongoing development and career aspirations.    

• Collaborate in a supportive, inclusive, and mission-aligned culture.   

• Opportunity to lead meaningful initiatives that support employee wellbeing. 

 

🏋️‍ Physical Demands:  

• Perform physical tasks throughout the workday (standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and climbing short ladders/steps) 

• Use and operate cleaning equipment, tools, and facility controls safely and in line with Occupational Safety and health Administration guidelines 

• Move materials and supplies throughout the facility; push/pull and lift/carry up to 40 lbs 

• Respond appropriately in emergencies and participate in required safety drills 

 

⚖️ Equal Employment Opportunity 

Aspiranet is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of diversity. We believe a diverse workforce within a culture of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) increases creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and teamwork for the youth and families that we serve and the organization as a whole.  Aspiranet strives to provide our employees with a workplace that is welcoming, inclusive of differing world views, cultures, and lived experiences. 

 

📝️ Ready to Apply?  

Apply today through our career portal:  

 👉 Click here to apply: www.aspiranet.org/careers  

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